Discover Connantre

Connantre is located in the chalky Champagne region, between the Vaure Valley and the foothills of Mont Août. When looking for a hotel in Connantre, the town stands out for several distinct themes: historical memorial sites, religious art, equestrian activities, and natural swimming. You can distinguish between these highlights depending on whether you are more interested in history and art or in activities. The landscape also provides a specific point of reference: the Vaure Valley and the foothills of Mont Août define Connantre’s location.

History and Memorial Sites

The German military cemetery in Connantre was established in 1922 by the French military authorities as a central cemetery for German soldiers who had fallen in 67 communes. They lost their lives south of the river during the First Battle of the Marne in early September 1914. The cemetery is therefore connected with a specific wartime event and the fate of the fallen from numerous communes.

A central terracotta sculpture in the cemetery was made by the Nymphenburg Porcelain Manufactory and is protected by an intricately crafted copper grille. The sculpture and grille serve different purposes: the terracotta is the work of art, while the copper grille protects it. Their materials, provenance, and craftsmanship add a specific detail of decorative art to the cemetery alongside its history.

The Église Saint-Caprais also offers its own cultural and historical point of interest. The church contains a tabernacle and a cross made of carved wood, both dating from the 18th century. The date places the objects in the same period; carved wood identifies their shared material. Beside the church, on the site of the former cemetery, is the grave of Alexandre Chepeleff. Different forms of remembrance stand side by side here: the central cemetery for soldiers fallen in several communes and the grave of an individual at a former cemetery site.

Horse Riding and Seasonal Swimming

The Centre Équestre de la Vaure in Connantre welcomes beginners and experienced riders. Its activities include riding lessons, courses, and competitions. Lessons and courses are formats for learning and instruction, while competitions offer a different setting for equestrian sport. As the provider’s services may change, check the current offerings if you are making specific plans.

The biological pool at Château de Connantre offers natural swimming from July to September. The entirely natural water is filtered by aquatic plants, which therefore play a functional role in water treatment. The Baignade biologique de Connantre also has children’s games and an educational trail. In addition to swimming, the facilities therefore include play opportunities and an educational element. Seasonal opening arrangements and individual offerings may change, so check the latest information before making plans.

During your stay, Connantre can be explored through a range of interests: the military cemetery and the grave represent different forms of remembrance, the church is notable for its historical woodwork, and the leisure activities include horse riding and seasonal swimming. The attractions also differ in when they are available: the pool is intended for natural swimming from July to September, while the cemetery’s history and the church’s art objects offer historical interest.

Discover more destinations: Chigny-Les-Roses, Le Gault-Soigny, Saint-Mard-lès-Rouffy, Baslieux-Châtillon, Fagnières, Lavannes, Lʼépine, Les Mesneux.

For the overview of the wider region: Marne.